Description
Enjoy the delightful Italian Cheese Log, a budget-friendly and crowd-pleasing appetizer perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz Cream Cheese (Use spreadable cream cheese if needed.)
- 1/2 cup Sour Cream (Can substitute with yogurt or mayonnaise.)
- 1 tsp Thyme
- 1 tsp Oregano
- 1 tsp Basil
- 1 tsp Rosemary
- 1 tsp Black Pepper
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder (No substitution needed.)
- 1 tsp Salt (Adjust according to serving crackers.)
- 1 cup Cheese (Cheddar, Gruyere, etc.) (Avoid using mozzarella.)
- 1 cup Roasted Peppers (Drain and finely chop before adding.)
- 4 oz Salami (Omit for a vegetarian twist.)
- 1/2 cup Green Olives (Use your favorite type.)
- 2 Tbsp Green Onion (Mince finely.)
- 1 cup Sun Dried Tomato Strips in Oil (Use the oil to enhance serving.)
- 1 Tbsp Parsley/Chives (Optional garnishes.)
- 1 pkg Crackers (Jatz or similar) (Select your favorite type.)
Instructions
- Spray a loaf pan with oil and line it with cling wrap, ensuring there’s enough overhang.
- In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, herbs, garlic powder, cheddar cheese, roasted peppers, salami, green olives, and green onion. Taste and adjust salt.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared loaf pan, pressing firmly to eliminate air pockets. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- When ready, turn the log onto a platter and carefully remove the cling wrap. Top with sun-dried tomatoes and drizzle with oil, garnishing with parsley.
- Serve closer to room temperature with your favorite crackers.
Notes
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg